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Yassa African Restaurant

Chatham / Avalon Park
3511 S. King Dr.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 488-5599
Website
Premiered 2/9/2007

Senegalese cuisine is similar to that of other Western African cultures. Fish, lamb and beef are incorporated into most dishes, often stewed or combined with fresh juices. Consider the historical background of Senegal (Woolof, Islam, and French) and the flavors become apparent.


Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Writer

Rosalind recommends Yassa and says it's a great slice of Senegalese culture.

Rosalind recommends:

Yassa African Restaurant

PJ Powers
Artistic Director

PJ says people should seek it out for the wonderful food and warm atmosphere.

PJ recommends:

Carnivale

Jen Bakija
Graphic Designer

Jen says she loved the feeling of being in someone's house.

Jen recommends:

Magnolia Cafe

details

Hours: 
Open for lunch and dinner every day.
Cuisine: 
Senegalese
African
Price Range: 
$$ ($10 - $15)
Reservations: 
Accepted
Attire: 
Casual
Takeout: 
Yes
Delivery: 
Yes
Outdoor Seating: 
No
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